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1 month ago
Education

More than 1 million girls barred from Afghanistan's new school year

Taliban has restricted girls' education beyond sixth grade, affecting over 1 million girls.
The Taliban is prioritizing Islamic knowledge over basic literacy and numeracy in education. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago
Education

Blackheath High School announces new additions to the senior leadership team

Blackheath High School GDST in London has hired three new senior leadership staff members.
Kristina Lewis is now the Deputy Head, Academic for the senior school, Monica Patel is the Deputy Head, Academic for the junior school, and Frederique Cheyns is the Assistant Head (Head of Sixth Form). [ more ]
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Women

Who are the women working for change and peace in Cameroon? DW 11/30/2023

Lawyer and women's rights activist Marthe Wandou is advocating for girls' education in Cameroon and calling for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict.
Over 30% of girls in Cameroon are married before the age of 18, hindering their access to education and perpetuating gender prejudices.
Girls and women in Cameroon are also targeted by Boko Haram terrorists, leading to attacks, kidnappings, and displacement. [ more ]
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